Raw Cotton Linters from Mexico
Raw cotton linters are the short fuzz fibers adhering to cotton seeds after ginning, primarily used in cellulose derivative production. They are classified under tariff item 1404.20.00 as vegetable products not elsewhere specified, and are not suitable for textile use due to their short length.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the source and ginning process to confirm the fibers are linters, not textile-grade cotton
• Provide a fiber length analysis to demonstrate they are unsuitable for textile manufacturing
• Check if the linters require a phytosanitary certificate if imported from countries with pest concerns